Local classic cars head for Rose Parade (Valencia County News-Bulletin)

Local classic cars head for Rose Parade (Valencia County News-Bulletin)
Los Lunas Two Valencia County couples are going to the Tournament of Roses Parade the old-fashion wayed by "cruzin'" to California on Route 66. Gene and Sarah Hazlett and Joe and Kathy Duffy will drive in New Mexico's Classic Car Caravan that will leave Acoma on Thursday morning.

Hot springs an oasis in the concrete jungle (Miami Herald)
Tired? Bored? In Japan, a popular solution, especially on a weekend night, is the super hot springs -- a one-stop shop for a hot soak in a deep tub, a Jacuzzi bath for the feet, a sauna, a massage, a facial, a great meal -- maybe a movie, too. You can stay all night.

Preview: 2006 Porsche Cayman S
Porsche's new mid-engine coupe builds on the Boxster S, but kicks it up a notch in the performance department.
Mike Meredith

Subcompact demand tips scales in Japan's favor (Miami Herald)
After piling into minivans, sport-utility vehicles and even pickup trucks, Japanese automakers are crowding into yet another corner of the U.S. market -- itty-bitty economy cars.

Slain businessman known for love of cars, generosity (Chicago Sun-Times)
Known for his love of cars, his handiwork and his generous spirit, John Stilp was the kind of guy who would always lend a helping hand, friends and neighbors said Monday -- two days after the longtime Chicago businessman was found beaten to death inside his South Side business.

Test Drive: Project Gotham Racing 3
Editors at MSN Autos take Microsoft's latest driving game out for a spin.
Perry Stern